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Framed Print : Shortage of Labour during WWI

Shortage of Labour during WWI



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Shortage of Labour during WWI

Depicting the problem of manpower shortage on the home front during World War One. A householder finds it impossible to get an odd job man to fix a dripping tap. They re all off fighting the war. Credit should read: Estate of George Studdy/Gresham Marketing Ltd./ILN/Mary Evans

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Media ID 4397965

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10235670

Dripping House Hold Householder Jobs Labour Manpower Problem Shortage


22"x18" Modern Frame

Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the poignant image "Shortage of Labour during WWI" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph transports us back to the home front of the First World War, where the absence of manpower on the battlefields left everyday life at home in disarray. Witness the struggle of a householder, desperate to find help to mend a simple dripping tap, as all the odd job men had answered the call to arms. This powerful and historically significant print is the perfect addition to any room, serving as a thought-provoking reminder of the sacrifices made during wartime. Order your Framed Print today and bring a piece of history into your home.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of the manpower shortage on the home front during World War One. In a humorous yet poignant depiction, a frustrated householder is seen trying to find someone to fix a simple dripping tap, only to realize that all the odd job men are off fighting in the war. The image serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by families and communities during times of conflict, where essential services become scarce due to the absence of able-bodied men who have been called up for duty. It highlights not only the physical toll of war but also its impact on everyday life and routine tasks. As we reflect on this historical moment through this cartoon-like illustration, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who served their country during WWI and how their absence reverberated throughout society. The shortage of labor depicted in this image speaks volumes about resilience, adaptability, and unity in times of crisis. Credit should be given to Estate of George Studdy/Gresham Marketing Ltd./ILN/Mary Evans for capturing this powerful snapshot from history that continues to resonate with audiences today.

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